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Sudbury listings, March 2 to March 4

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March 2

Music: Calling all woodwind, brass, and precisionists: Sudbury’s No Strings Attached Community Band is looking for new members. The amateur concert band is seeking members of all ages, from high school students to retirees. Whether you’re still studying, fresh out of school, or you haven’t played in years, we encourage you to come out and give the band a try. No Strings Attached rehearses Thursday nights at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School in Sudbury. Potential members can contact director Sandra McMillan at slkmcmillan@yahoo.ca, or visit www.nostringsattachedband.org for more information.

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Art: Galerie du Nouvel-Ontario (GNO), an artist-run centre that brings together francophone visual artists working in contemporary art in Ontario, presents aberration // apparition, the work of a group of trans, and/or two spirit (2QT) identified contemporary artists from across Northern Ontario. Working with various mediums, each of the artists’ pieces offers nuanced, northern and rural readings of “queer hauntology” – the complicated and invisible forces at play in navigating the world as a 2QT person. The exhibit is open to the public until March 11.

Science: After a lengthy absence, “terrible lizards” will be stomping and roaring their way back to Science North starting Feb. 18. And this time, they will also be visiting Dynamic Earth. The animatronic dinosaurs not only move but also make sounds. and while the Science North dinosaur exhibit will be geared toward learning about dinosaurs, Dynamic Earth – which will have five animatronic and seven resin replica fossils of dinosaurs – will be all about paleontology (the study of ancient life). Dinosaur Discoveries will run from Feb. 18 through to Sept. 4. To learn more, visit sciencenorth.ca/exhibits/dinosaur-discoveries.

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Art: The Art Gallery of Sudbury, 251 John St., invites you to a new exhibition, titled Blazes Along the Trail: Exploring David Milne’s Imaginative Vision. It features works by prominent Canadian artist David Milne (1882-1953), organized and circulated by Art Windsor-Essex and curated by Christopher Finn. The exhibition continues until March 19. Admission is free with a donation. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12-5 p.m. For more information or to book a visit, please go to artsudbury.org or call 705-675-4871.

Art: Three other exhibitions are showing at the Art Gallery of Sudbury concurrently with Blazes Along the Trail: Exploring David Milne’s Imaginative Vision: The Spaces In-Between (stairwell and Gallery 2); Frank M. Stark: The Budd Car Train from Sudbury to White River (Gallery 2, on display until Jan. 29); and Creative Kids (Gallery 3, on display until Jan. 29). The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12-5 p.m. For more information or to book a visit, please go to artsudbury.org or call 705-675-4871.

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March 3

Carnival: The Capreol Winter Carnival is returning this weekend from March 3 to 5 with a variety of events for the whole family to enjoy. For more information on the carnival, please visit the Capreol Winter Carnival Facebook page, email capreolwintercarnival@gmail.com or call 705-918-2601 or 705-988-5252.

Rally: Fridays For Future Greater Sudbury is joining the Fridays For Future Global Day of Action on March 3. The local group will host an event at Tom Davies Square in the courtyard at 11 a.m. FFF welcomes everyone to join them. To learn more about Fridays For Future, go to FFFGreaterSudbury on Facebook or fff_greatersudbury on Instagram. RSVP for the March 3 event at forms.gle/CGYRZEjnqUPcTA8r6.

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Science: After a lengthy absence, “terrible lizards” will be stomping and roaring their way back to Science North starting Feb. 18. And this time, they will also be visiting Dynamic Earth. The animatronic dinosaurs not only move but also make sounds. and while the Science North dinosaur exhibit will be geared toward learning about dinosaurs, Dynamic Earth – which will have five animatronic and seven resin replica fossils of dinosaurs – will be all about paleontology (the study of ancient life). Dinosaur Discoveries will run from Feb. 18 through to Sept. 4. To learn more, visit sciencenorth.ca/exhibits/dinosaur-discoveries.

Art: The Art Gallery of Sudbury, 251 John St., invites you to a new exhibition, titled Blazes Along the Trail: Exploring David Milne’s Imaginative Vision. It features works by prominent Canadian artist David Milne (1882-1953), organized and circulated by Art Windsor-Essex and curated by Christopher Finn. The exhibition continues until March 19. Admission is free with a donation. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12-5 p.m. For more information or to book a visit, please go to artsudbury.org or call 705-675-4871.

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Art: Three other exhibitions are showing at the Art Gallery of Sudbury concurrently with Blazes Along the Trail: Exploring David Milne’s Imaginative Vision: The Spaces In-Between (stairwell and Gallery 2); Frank M. Stark: The Budd Car Train from Sudbury to White River (Gallery 2, on display until Jan. 29); and Creative Kids (Gallery 3, on display until Jan. 29). The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12-5 p.m. For more information or to book a visit, please go to artsudbury.org or call 705-675-4871.

March 4

Snowmobiling: Canada’s best snowmobile and UTV off-road racers roll into Chelmsford this weekend to compete at the Sudbury Pro Snowcross Races, presented by Algonquin Equipment and Ski-doo. Pro snowmobile racers, amateurs and youngsters will hit the track at 400 Bonin St. on Saturday and Sunday in 22 classes, with spectator gates set to open both days at 9 a.m. General admission for youth and adults is $40 each day or $60 for the weekend. Kids 6-12 years of age and seniors are admitted for $20. Tickets are available at www.snowcross.com, as well at the race site on the weekend.

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Art: Galerie du Nouvel-Ontario (GNO), an artist-run centre that brings together francophone visual artists working in contemporary art in Ontario, presents aberration // apparition, the work of a group of trans, and/or two spirit (2QT) identified contemporary artists from across Northern Ontario. Working with various mediums, each of the artists’ pieces offers nuanced, northern and rural readings of “queer hauntology” – the complicated and invisible forces at play in navigating the world as a 2QT person. The exhibit is open to the public until March 11.

Carnival: The Capreol Winter Carnival is returning this weekend from March 3 to 5 with a variety of events for the whole family to enjoy. For more information on the carnival, please visit the Capreol Winter Carnival Facebook page, email capreolwintercarnival@gmail.com or call 705-918-2601 or 705-988-5252.

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Science: After a lengthy absence, “terrible lizards” will be stomping and roaring their way back to Science North starting Feb. 18. And this time, they will also be visiting Dynamic Earth. The animatronic dinosaurs not only move but also make sounds. and while the Science North dinosaur exhibit will be geared toward learning about dinosaurs, Dynamic Earth – which will have five animatronic and seven resin replica fossils of dinosaurs – will be all about paleontology (the study of ancient life). Dinosaur Discoveries will run from Feb. 18 through to Sept. 4. To learn more, visit sciencenorth.ca/exhibits/dinosaur-discoveries.

Art: The Art Gallery of Sudbury, 251 John St., invites you to a new exhibition, titled Blazes Along the Trail: Exploring David Milne’s Imaginative Vision. It features works by prominent Canadian artist David Milne (1882-1953), organized and circulated by Art Windsor-Essex and curated by Christopher Finn. The exhibition continues until March 19. Admission is free with a donation. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12-5 p.m. For more information or to book a visit, please go to artsudbury.org or call 705-675-4871.

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Art: Three other exhibitions are showing at the Art Gallery of Sudbury concurrently with Blazes Along the Trail: Exploring David Milne’s Imaginative Vision: The Spaces In-Between (stairwell and Gallery 2); Frank M. Stark: The Budd Car Train from Sudbury to White River (Gallery 2, on display until Jan. 29); and Creative Kids (Gallery 3, on display until Jan. 29). The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12-5 p.m. For more information or to book a visit, please go to artsudbury.org or call 705-675-4871.

Ongoing

Church: Need to lower your income tax? Donate your old car or truck to Christ the King Church. The church will pick up your vehicle free of charge and provide you with a charitable donation income tax receipt for the value of the vehicle. To request a pick-up, call parish secretary Andrea Rivette at 705-674-6447.

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Spirituality: Life in general and COVID-19 have affected the physical and mental health of many. Father Raymond Akor of Christ the King Church downtown invites you to his uplifting sermons, both online and in person. All welcome. Sermons are 12:15 p.m. Tuesday to Friday, 5 p.m. Saturday, and 10:15 a.m. Sunday. To view a sermon online, visit www.mcnmediatv.com, search for Sudbury, and click on the picture of Christ the King Church. To attend a sermon in person, use the north entrance door at the side of the church behind the rock, just off Ste. Anne’s Road. For more information, call 705-674-6447.

Film: Sudbury Indie Cinema’s February calendar is filled with Academy Award-nominated films including “Tar” and “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” There is a surprising number of Oscar-nominated films from which to choose. Tickets for general screenings are $10 and $14 with Tuesday and Thursday Indie’s bargain afternoons at $5. Go to sudburyindiecinema.com for the month’s listings.

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Outdoors: The Ramsey Lake skate path is now open for the season. The path is open Monday to Friday from 4-8 p.m.; Saturdays from 12-8 p.m.; and Sundays from 12-6 p.m. The Ramsey Lake Skate Patrol will be available for assistance when the path is open. Change facilities are located at each end. Due to weather fluctuations, the hours of operation may change without notice. For updates, visit greatersudbury.ca/ou.

Photos wanted: Gallery 6500 at the Steelworkers Hall is asking local amateur and professional photographers to create black-and-white photos that tell stories about life in Sudbury. The Gallery plans to exhibit those photos best illustrating how social, economic or environmental conditions may be affecting the well-being of our community. These can include, but are not limited to the impact of the pandemic, evidence of income insecurity, climate change, etc. For further information about how to submit photos, the closing date for submissions, etc., contact J. Marshall at Gallery 6500 – jo.mac@eastlink.ca.

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Outdoors: The Adanac Ski Hill is open. Hours of operation, fees and up-to-date hill conditions are available at www.greatersudbury.ca/play/ski-hills.

50/50 draw: The Sudbury Manitoulin Children’s Foundation has announced its online 50/50 raffle to raise money for children in need. Funds will go directly into helping marginalized children in the districts of Sudbury and Manitoulin attend camp, sports, or leisure activities. They will also help eligible wards attend post-secondary education by emptying the organization’s waitlist.

50/50 raffle: The Sudbury Manitoulin Children’s Foundation has joined Sudbury’s online raffle fun for the community to help children in need have the chance to be kids. Each month a new raffle will be held, with one lucky winner receiving 50 per cent of the total jackpot earnings. Draws take place on the first of the month after ticket sales from the previous month close. Tickets can be purchased in packages of 3 for $10, 10 for $20, 50 for $50, or 200 for $100. They are available at www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/smcf.

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Cadets: The Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Admiral Mountbatten has been active in the Sudbury community for more than 79 years. The corps is named after Admiral Louis Mountbatten, who was the uncle of the late Prince Phillip, The Duke of Edenborough. RCSCC Admiral Mountbatten operates during the school year and parades at the Sudbury Armouries, located at 333 Riverside Dr., on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 9, for anyone curious about what is offered or looking to register. For more information about registering, contact the corps by email at 134sea@cadets.gc.ca, website www.134seacadets.org or on its Facebook page, @134seacadets.

Draw: HSN 50/50 Cash Lottery for the North 50/50 draw underway at www.hsn5050.ca. Residents across Ontario over the age of 18 can purchase tickets for a chance to win.

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Film: Sudbury Indie Cinema is open. For the full schedule and to purchase tickets, go to sudburyindiecinema.com.

Draw: Tickets for the Maison McCulloch Hospice 50/50 draw can be purchased at www.hospicehug5050.ca.

Draw: St. Joseph’s Foundation has launched a 50/50 Draw to raise money for continuing care in Sudbury. To purchase tickets, visit St. Joseph’s secure portal at www.stjoessudbury5050.ca.

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Art: Gallery 6500 wants local creators to share their slice of life in Sudbury. The gallery, located inside the Steelworkers Hall on Brady Street, is offering local photographers the opportunity to exhibit current and original black-and-white photos that tell stories about life in Greater Sudbury. Submitted images should illustrate how social, political, economic and/or environmental issues impact our community. This is a juried exhibition. The deadline to submit is March 3. The exhibition will take place from April to June. Forward submissions, as well as requests for further information, to jo.mac@eastlink.ca.

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Theatre: Members of Sudbury’s talented theatre community are invited to apply to perform at Sault Ste. Marie’s summer fringe theatre festival. The four-day annual festival will take place in August in downtown Sault Ste. Marie and includes theatre, music, dance, performance arts, storytelling and visual arts. The 2023 festival will include both live and digital presentations. Artists are invited to apply and will be selected on a first-come-first-served basis. Multilingual submissions are welcome. Check out saultfringe.com for more information or phone 705-975-0761.

Poetry: “Open Minds Quarterly”, a magazine published by NISA/Northern Initiative for Social Action, is seeking submissions for its 21st Annual BrainStorm Poetry Contest. The contest is open to people with experiences of mental health challenges, mental illness or neurodivergence. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 28. The entry fee is $12 for up to three poems. The winning poems will be published in the Spring 2023 issue of the magazine. Winners will receive a contributor copy and the top three winners will receive monetary awards. “Open Minds Quarterly” can be reached at 705-222-6472 or by email at openminds@nisa.on.ca.

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Boating safety: Obtain your Pleasure Craft Operator card by taking a course on March 13, 6-8 p.m. at the Azilda Lions Club, 35 Montee Principale in Azlida. The cost is $65. The course includes an exam and study guide. Exams will be available in both English and French. The course is for ages 11 and up. Seating is limited. To register, send an email to boatingal@gmail.com.

Writing: The Sudbury Writers’ Guild is inviting members of the public to submit poetry, prose, and photos of Sudbury’s unique Superstack landmark. The Sudbury Writers’ Guild is creating a chapbook or a magazine-style book full of stories, facts, poems, and pictures of our beloved Superstack and wants to hear what you have to say. The deadline is May 12. For more information, contact Thomas Leduc at 705-618-9557 or thomas25.leduc@gmail.com, or visit www.sudburywritersguild.com.

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Theatre: Exploration and fun are the key words for the Sudbury Theatre Centre’s PA day theatre camps, for youth aged eight to 12. Six full-day camps will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the following dates: March 10; April 28; and June 9. The program includes collaborative activities and games designed to build imagination, confidence and creative expression. Parents may register their children for more than one camp, but payments will be collected for one camp at a time. The cost is $65 per day (includes HST) or $60 for current STC Academy students. After-care until 5 p.m. is available upon request for an additional $10 per day. For more information, including registration forms, visit sudburytheatre.com/youth. To register, email completed forms to the STC box office at boxoffice@sudburytheatre.com and call 705-674-8381 ext. 1 to provide payment.

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Music: Calling all woodwind, brass, and precisionists: Sudbury’s No Strings Attached Community Band is looking for new members. The amateur concert band is seeking members of all ages, from high school students to retirees. Whether you’re still studying, fresh out of school, or you haven’t played in years, we encourage you to come out and give the band a try. No Strings Attached rehearses Thursday nights at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School in Sudbury. Potential members can contact director Sandra McMillan at slkmcmillan@yahoo.ca, or visit www.nostringsattachedband.org for more information.

Arts: Collège Boréal will host free workshops organized by La Nuit Sur L’étang for emerging Francophone artists. La Brunante’s workshops will take place from Friday, April 28, to Sunday, April 30. For more, contact Marcel Vaillancourt, communications, 647-203-744, or Pierre Paul Mongeon Mongeon 705-507-9705.

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Health: On June 10, the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada returns to Sudbury for its annual walk. Taking place as a hybrid event this year, the foundation is calling all “our heroes to reunite and join us at Bell Park in the amphitheatre.” If you can’t make it to the in-person walk, register at tinyurl.com/2p89nb2t to join the foundation virtually and walk anywhere, at any time. Registration is now open. Learn more about the 2023 brain tumour walk by joining the Facebook page at facebook.com/BrainTumourWalkSudbury.

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Literary: Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival is seeking new board members, specifically, community members who have skill sets in finance and business management. Wordstock welcomes those from diverse communities including, but not limited to, racialized, queer and disabled individuals. Its board and staff are made up of readers, writers, and lovers of words who come together to enrich Sudbury’s literary community. Go to wordstocksudbury.ca for more information. To meet with staff or board members, email info@wordstocksudbury.ca.

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Housing: Nickel Belt MP Marc Serre has announced that the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), on behalf of the government of Canada and in collaboration with Indigenous partners, is launching public engagement on the co-development of an urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing strategy. An online survey is available until March 31 at tinyurl.com/2yd3tsre. The survey and written responses are meant to supplement engagement activities, in order to reach a wider audience.

Health: Health Sciences North is soliciting applications from residents of northeastern Ontario for its board of directors. Terms begin in June at the latest, and are renewable for up to three years. The hospital is seeking board members from outside Greater Sudbury, as well as members of the BIPOC or Metis communities, and those who serve in a leadership role at an academic institution. Persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, as well as those with disabilities or from vulnerable populations are also strongly encouraged to apply. Governance experience is considered an asset. The board’s governance and nominating committee will shortlist candidates and conduct interviews with selected applicants. Those interested can submit applications online at tinyurl.com/4hej7puh.

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Music: The Cambrian College School of Music presents the final Cambrian Camerata Chamber Concert this coming Sunday. The program features music from three centuries, from Mozart to Shostakovich, with violinists DeuxV (Cristina Masotti and Melissa Schaak), Jamie Arrowsmith on viola, guitarist Allan Ysereef, and Charlene Biggs on piano. The March 5 concert begins at 7:30 p.m., with tickets available at the door. Admission is $20, for general entry, and $15 for students and seniors. Children under 12 are very welcome, and are admitted free.

Business: Join the Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce on March 8 at 8:30 a.m. at the Steelworkers Hall on Brady Street for International Women’s Day. Guest speakers include Dr. Jodi Cooley, executive director at SNOLAB; Bobbi Deisinger, owner of All About Massage; Chef Tammy Maki of Raven Rising; and Giovanna Verrilli, CEO of the Greater Sudbury airport. A Q&A will follow the presentations. To purchase tickets, go to sudburychamber.ca.

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Cinema: Sudbury Indie Cinema at 162 MacKenzie St. has a lot to offer in March. On March 8, the Northern Ontario premiere of She Said will be shown. Doors open at 6 p.m. Advance tickets are $15, $20 at the door. Twenty-three local women who have made an impact over the past three years will also be honoured. On March 13 and 27, Improv Jam by Oddhawks will be held starting at 7:30 p.m. On March 18, Sick presents Leprechaun at 9 p.m. On March 25, Dragonsick presents Enter the Drag Dragon. The screening will be followed by an after party at Zig’s. For more information and tickets, visit www.sudburyindiecinema.com.

Fundraiser: The Sudbury Game and Fish Protective Association is bringing back indoor fishing to the Southridge Mall from March 9-19. Tickets are $5 per time slot, or three for $10. The pond will be available during regular mall hours. To learn more, visit tinyurl.com/muscn7m8, www.facebook.com/sudburygameandfish, or sudburygameandfish.org.

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Music: Jazz Sudbury is getting ready to celebrate Francophonie Month on March 10. This edition to the Jazz Sudbury calendar promises to be an inspiring and heartfelt event that features the beloved duo of Andrea Lindsay and Luc De Larochellière. Tickets for Andrea Lindsay & Luc De Larochellière will be available at the Places des Arts box office. For full details about Jazz Sudbury, visit www.jazzsudbury.com, or www.facebook.com/JazzSudbury/. Student pricing will be available with a valid student ID.

Gala: The Sudbury Women’s Centre will celebrate International Women’s Day with its Strength in Sisterhood gala, which takes place on March 11 at the Caruso Club, 385 Haig St. The event features a night of local entertainment, a dinner beginning at 6 p.m. and a silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the Sudbury Women’s Centre as it continues to serve the city’s most vulnerable. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets go on sale Jan. 9 and can be purchased through Eventbrite at tinyurl.com/4zpzsnbs. The Sudbury Women’s Centre is currently seeking donations for its silent auction. Anyone interested in making a donation or becoming involved in a different capacity is asked to contact Rae-Anne Neville, the centre’s development officer, at 705-673-1916 ext. 104 or rae-anne.neville@sudbury.ca. To make a donation to the Sudbury Women’s Centre, go to sudburywc.ca/donate.

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